Joe Cunningham is a Senior Editor at RedState.com and occasional contributor to TheHayride.com. He hails from Natchitoches, Louisiana, where he grew up and attended college, earning a degree in broadcast journalism and sociology. He worked in radio at KNOC 1450 in Natchitoches before moving to Lafayette with his family. He worked as a sports and lifestyles editor in Abbeville before teaching in Lafayette Parish. Married with two daughters, Joe is as much a cooking fanatic as he is a political junkie, sharing both his takes on the news of the day and the recipes he's cooking on his own daily newsletter.
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USDA Warns States to Kill Invading Insect Mounds on Sight – Are Texas and Louisiana at Risk?
Texas and Louisiana are no strangers to invasive plant, animal, and insect species. The next threat could be getting close.
Central Texas Buc-ee’s Kicks Out YouTuber Trying to Fill Trash Can With Soda
That's right. Another content creator has attempted to violate the beloved Texas rest stop chain we call Buc-ee's.
Where in Lafayette, Louisiana Will Southern Classic Chicken Be Opening? New Details Emerge
The popular Shreveport-based chicken chain is one step closer to coming to Lafayette.
2 Louisiana Men Arrested in Deadly Lafayette Parish Shooting
Two men have been arrested months after a deadly January shooting in Lafayette, Louisiana, that left a 24-year-old victim dead.
One of the Biggest Gas Station Chains in Louisiana and Texas is Closing 1000 Locations
With a recent surge in gas prices, having fewer options in terms of where to get gas in Louisiana and Texas is definitely a bummer.
Some of Louisiana’s Most Popular Easter Gifts Can Be Toxic to Your Dog
While we enjoy a lot of treats around this time of year, many of them can be toxic for your pets!
Second Louisiana Teen Arrested for Threatening to ‘Shoot Up’ Local High School
Both teens involved in the threat against their south Louisiana high school were arrested and charged with Terrorizing.
14-Year-Old Arrested After Social Media Threat to ‘Shoot Up’ Delcambre High School
The teen has been arrested and south Louisiana school currently has additional security.
Popular Electronics Giant to Close 10-15 Stores Soon – Will Louisiana and Texas Be Affected?
One of the most popular electronics retailers in the country recently announced during an earnings call that they'll be closing around a dozen stores over the next fiscal year.
Here’s What a Louisiana Crawfish Boil Looks Like, According to AI
We asked it to draw a Louisiana crawfish boil and explain how to boil and eat crawfish. These are the results.
Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles Part of Nationwide System Outage
A nationwide technical outage Thursday left DMVs across the country in the lurch, including Office of Motor Vehicles branches in Louisiana.
America’s Most Hated Pizza Has 69 Locations in Louisiana, Texas
The place might be fun for the whole family, but it's not because of the pizza.
This Historic New Orleans Church Is Actually the Prettiest Hotel in Louisiana
A historic Catholic church and school converted into a hotel? That sounds like a pretty unique stay.
This Gorgeous Waterfront Home For Sale in Grand Isle, Louisiana for Just $1,650,000
Folks who travel to Grand Isle, Louisiana, are primarily drawn by its stunning natural beauty and recreational opportunities. But now, you can own a gorgeous home there.
Louisiana Could Join Texas in Getting Rid of Vehicle Inspection Stickers
House Bill 344 could mean the end of vehicle inspection stickers in Louisiana. Here's how.
REPORT: Louisiana Top Forward Joe Charles Is Entering the Transfer Portal
Charles himself confirmed the news to Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns fans on social media on Tuesday morning.
Former LSU Coach Will Wade Is Headed Back to March Madness, but Not the Tigers
The former LSU coach is now leading the McNeese State University Cowboys, who are headed to the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, having drawn the No. 12-seed slot.
The Latest COVID Variant in Louisiana Has Bizarre New Symptoms
While flu season has been hitting Louisiana hard, the state really isn't seeing any movement on the COVID-19 front. But some folks are testing positive with this new strain.
VIDEO: Man Brings ‘Service Duck’ to Popular Texas Chain Buc-ee’s, Gets Banned for Life
While service animals are nothing new, some places - including the most recognizable Texas-based chain out there - are drawing the line at what can be called a "service animal."
Buc-ee’s Will Open Several Locations This Year – Is Louisiana Getting Another?
One of the fastest-growing and most popular brands along the nation's interstates has announced another major expansion. Has Acadiana finally made the list?